TacCar
I think the quote was directed at the fact that the Glocks are simple, reliable pistols that get the job done with no "bells and whistles". I also think it was a small jab at movies like "Diehard" and "Lethal Weapon" glorifying the wondernine. Believe me, I have no ill feelings towards the 1911. They are one of my favorites. However I prefer the 1911 in it's pure, military configuration. I don't have much use for the latest and greatest.
I like the quote from US Marshalls because it sums up my feelings about all firearms. I firmly believe in the KISS principle and sometimes I get amused at some of the things guys hang on thier firearms.
If you want a race-gun fine, but they don't make very practical carry pistols. I endorse the Glocks because they are simple, reliable, fairly inexpensive, and personally, I shoot them well. Glocks are great carry guns because you don't have to clean them or oil them, they don't get fingerprints, they don't rust, just load and carry. Very little maintence(sp). Try that with a fancy Chrome-plated, sissy pistol[:D]
The Glock 21 is a big pistol. I prefer the model 30 for carry,but then you are limited to 10 rounds. 10 rounds of .45 should be plenty.